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Kaplan Serin E. Combating With COPD by QiGong Physical and Mental Exercise. Holist Nurs Pract 2024; 28:172-178. [PMID: 33116055 DOI: 10.1097/hnp.0000000000000416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
Physical activity levels of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are low due to the symptoms of COPD. The patients diagnosed with COPD are headed for complementary and alternative treatments to reduce the COPD symptoms, facilitate the treatment, and increase their physical activity. One of these treatments is QiGong, which is not yet common in our country. QiGong is a type of exercise based on ancient Chinese medicine, and mainly consists of active and passive exercises. These exercises open energy channels in the body, and thus prevent and/or heal diseases by establishing energy balance in the body through meditation, breath control, and bodily exercises. According to a literature review abroad, there are a small number of scientific studies related the therapeutic effect of QiGong exercises on symptom control, anxiety, reduction of stress and depression, increase in physical activity and quality of life, and the development of lung function of patients with COPD. By considering the educative role of nurses, it is important that the nurse has adequate knowledge of the treatment and care of patients with COPD. Therefore, this review is compiled to be informative about the effects of QiGong in the treatment of COPD, and assistance to subsequent studies.
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- Emine Kaplan Serin
- Author Affiliation: Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Munzur University, Tunceli, Turkey
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Cai Y, Ren X, Wang J, Ma B, Chen O. Effects of Breathing Exercises in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Network Meta-analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2024; 105:558-570. [PMID: 37150427 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2023.04.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2022] [Revised: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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OBJECTIVE A network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was conducted to compare and rank the effectiveness of various breathing exercises for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). DATA SOURCES We searched PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and the Cochrane Library databases to determine the articles. STUDY SELECTION Publications investigating the effect of breathing exercises on exercise capacity (six-minute walk test [6MWT]), pulmonary function (the ratio of the first second forced expiratory volume of forced vital capacity [FEV1/FVC]), quality of life (St George's Respiratory Questionnaire [SGRQ]), inspiratory muscle pressure (maximum inspiratory pressure [PImax]), and dyspnea (Borg scale) were searched. DATA EXTRACTION Data extracted by 2 researchers were entered into predesigned tables for data extraction. The quality of the literature was assessed using the Cochrane Collaboration's tool. DATA SYNTHESIS A total of 43 RCTs involving 1977 participants were analyzed. To boost exercise capacity, the top 2 exercises were inspiratory muscle training (75%), Chinese traditional fitness exercises (13%); To improve pulmonary function, the top 2 exercises were Chinese traditional fitness exercises (32%), diaphragm breathing (30%); To raise patients' quality of life, the top 2 exercises were yoga (52%), diaphragm breathing (28%); To increase inspiratory muscle pressure, the top 2 exercises were pursed-lip breathing (47%), Chinese traditional fitness exercises (25%); To improve dyspnea, the top 2 exercises were yoga (44%), inspiratory muscle training (22%). CONCLUSIONS Various breathing exercises for COPD patients confer benefits that manifest in diverse ways. Pulmonary rehabilitation specialists could administer personalized breathing exercises tailored to each patient's condition to attain optimal therapeutic outcomes.
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- Yingying Cai
- School of Nursing and Rehabilitation, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- School of Nursing and Rehabilitation, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- School of Nursing and Rehabilitation, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- School of Nursing and Rehabilitation, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- School of Nursing and Rehabilitation, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, China.
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Zhang T, Zhou R, Wang T, Xin Y, Liu X, Huang H. Effects of traditional mind-body movement therapy on chronic cardiopulmonary dyspnoea: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Thorax 2023; 78:69-75. [PMID: 35483892 DOI: 10.1136/thoraxjnl-2021-218030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2021] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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PURPOSE To evaluate whether traditional mind-body movement therapy (TMBM) can be used as a complementary or alternative therapy for exercise-based cardiopulmonary rehabilitation (EBCR) on chronic cardiopulmonary dyspnoea. METHODS PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science and China National Knowledge Infrastructure were searched from their inception to 2 July 2021. Randomised clinical trials evaluating the effectiveness of TMBM versus EBCR, and TMBM +EBCR versus TMBM in the treatment of chronic cardiopulmonary dyspnoea were selected. The outcomes were exercise capacity (6 min walk distance, 6MWD) and quality of life (QoL). RESULTS Thirty-four randomised clinical trials with 2456 patients were included. For TMBM vs EBCR alone, statistically significant improvements in the 6MWD favoured the TMBM for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (mean difference(MD)=12.22 m; 95% CI 5.94 to 18.50; I2=56%) and heart failure (HF) patients (MD=43.65 m; 95% CI 7.91 to 79.38; I2=0%). Statistically significant improvements in QoL also favoured TMBM over EBCR for patients with HF(MD=-9.19; 95% CI -11.05 to -7.32; I2=0%) but non-significant trend for COPD (standardised mean difference (SMD)=-0.31; 95% CI -0.62 to 0.01; I2=78%). Comparisons of TMBM +EBCR versus EBCR alone revealed significant improvements in the QoL for COPD (SMD=-0.52; 95% CI -0.94 to -0.10; I2=86%) and patients with HF (MD=-2.82; 95% CI -4.99 to -0.64; I2=0%). The 6MWD results favoured the TMBM +EBCR for patients with COPD (MD=16.76 m; 95% CI 10.24 to 23.29; I2=0%), but only showed a slight trend towards additional benefits of TMBM +EBCR in the HF studies (MD=13.77 m; 95% CI -1.01 to 28.54; I2=65%) . CONCLUSIONS TMBM has positive effects on patients' 6MWD and QoL, with similar or even better effects than EBCR. It may be beneficial to use TMBM as a supplementary or alternative strategy for EBCR in treatment plans. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42021241181.
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- Tiange Zhang
- The First Clinical Medical School of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The Second Clinical Medical School of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical School of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical School of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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Priego-Jiménez S, Torres-Costoso A, Guzmán-Pavón MJ, Lorenzo-García P, Lucerón-Lucas-Torres MI, Álvarez-Bueno C. Efficacy of Different Types of Physical Activity Interventions on Exercise Capacity in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A Network Meta-Analysis. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2022; 19:14539. [PMID: 36361418 PMCID: PMC9656092 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192114539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2022] [Revised: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 11/03/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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AIM A network meta-analysis (NMA) was performed to determine the effects on the exercise capacity, measured by the 6 MWT, of patients with COPD of (i) different physical activity interventions and (ii) supervised or unsupervised programs. METHODS A literature search was carried out from inception to April 2022. Randomized controlled trials of the effectiveness of physical activity on exercise capacity in patients with COPD were included. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias (RoB 2.0) tool, and the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation tool (GRADE) was used to assess the quality of the evidence. A pairwise meta-analysis for direct and indirect effects was carried out. RESULTS A total of 41 studies were included in this NMA. The highest effects were for urban training pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) programs (ES, 1.50; 95% CI: 0.46 and 2.55) versus the control group. For supervised and unsupervised PR and home-based PR programs, the highest effects were found for supervised PR (ES, 0.85; 95% CI: 0.46 to 1.23) versus the control group. CONCLUSIONS PR implemented with urban circuit training should be considered the most effective strategy to improve exercise capacity in patients with COPD. Supervision of the programs improves exercise capacity.
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- Health and Social Research Center, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, 16071 Cuenca, Spain
- Faculty of Physiotherapy and Nursing, University of Castilla La Mancha, 45071 Toledo, Spain
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- Health and Social Research Center, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, 16071 Cuenca, Spain
- Faculty of Physiotherapy and Nursing, University of Castilla La Mancha, 45071 Toledo, Spain
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- Health and Social Research Center, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, 16071 Cuenca, Spain
- Faculty of Physiotherapy and Nursing, University of Castilla La Mancha, 45071 Toledo, Spain
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- Health and Social Research Center, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, 16071 Cuenca, Spain
- Facultad de Enfermería de Cuenca, Edificio Melchor Cano, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, 16071 Cuenca, Spain
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- Health and Social Research Center, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, 16071 Cuenca, Spain
- Universidad Politécnica y Artística del Paraguay, Asunción 2024, Paraguay
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Liang Z, Wang Q, Fu C, Liu R, Wang L, Pei G, Xu L, He C, Wei Q. What conservative interventions can improve the long-term quality of life, depression, and anxiety of individuals with stable COPD? A systematic review and meta-analysis. Qual Life Res 2021; 31:977-989. [PMID: 34383225 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-021-02965-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/30/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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PURPOSE Many conservative interventions are used in the management of stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It could be helpful for the prescribers to know what the evidence suggests about the effects of these interventions on the long-term quality of life (QoL), depression, and anxiety. This study aimed to summarize the rationale for the use of conservative interventions to improve the long-term QoL, depression, and anxiety in patients with stable COPD. METHODS The MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases were searched from database inception to December 2019. Randomized clinical trials (RCTs) investigating the long-term effects of conservative interventions on three parameters, including QoL, depression, and anxiety in patients with COPD were eligible for further analysis. To improve methodological rigor, only RCTs examining these parameters as primary outcomes were included. The standardized mean differences (SMD) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using random effects models. Quality of evidence was rated using the updated version of Van Tulder's criteria. RESULTS Thirty-eight RCTs were identified. Regarding long-term depression, there was moderate evidence supporting cognitive behavioral therapy compared with usual care in patients with COPD; regarding the long-term QoL of patients with COPD, there was limited evidence supporting walking programs, supplementary sugarcane bagasse dietary fiber, roflumilast, and tiotropium. CONCLUSIONS Cognitive behavioral therapy is effective in alleviating the long-term depression of patients with COPD. Evidence for other interventions was insufficient, making it difficult to draw conclusions in terms of their effectiveness on the long-term QoL, depression, and anxiety.
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- Zejun Liang
- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.,Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.,Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.,Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.,Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.,Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.,Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.,Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China. .,Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
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Liu X, Wu W, Li N, Li P, Wang Z, Shan C. Effects of water-based Liuzijue exercise on peak exercise capacity, functional exercise capacity, and quality of life in people with COPD. Clin Respir J 2021; 15:956-966. [PMID: 33998778 DOI: 10.1111/crj.13399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2018] [Revised: 09/10/2019] [Accepted: 04/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study was conducted to investigate the effect of water-based Liuzijue exercise on peak exercise capacity, functional exercise capacity, and quality of life in people with COPD. METHODS The study included 50 participants randomly divided into three groups: a control group (CG = 17), a land-based Liuzijue exercise group (LG = 17), and a water-based Liuzijue exercise group (WG = 16). The LG and WG performed Liuzijue exercise in different environments, and the CG had no exercise intervention. All participants received prescribed medical treatment. Liuzijue exercise was performed according to the description of Health Qigong Liuzijue compiled by Chinese Health Qigong Association for 60 minutes, two times per week, for 12 weeks. RESULTS After intervention, peak oxygen uptake and peak working rate were significantly improved in WG (P = .02). The results of the 6 minutes walking test (6MWT) and 30 seconds sit-to-stand test were significantly improved in both WG and LG (P < .05), and significant difference was found between WG and CG in 6MWT (P = .03). The St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) activity score increased significantly in the CG (P = .03), while all domains of SGRQ significantly decreased in both training groups (P < .01). All SGRQ scores showed a significant difference between LG and CG (P < .05) and, except for the activity score, between WG and CG (P < .05). CONCLUSIONS Water-based Liuzijue exercise can effectively improve peak exercise capacity, functional exercise capacity, and quality of life in people with COPD, especially with respect to increasing peak VO2 and 6MWD.
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- Xiaodan Liu
- School of Rehabilitation Science, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Dong X, Wang X, Jia N, Chen X, Ding M. A comparison between Qigong exercise and cycle ergometer exercise for the rehabilitation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A pilot randomized controlled trial (CONSORT). Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e26010. [PMID: 34032718 PMCID: PMC8154450 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000026010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2020] [Accepted: 04/30/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common respiratory disease that is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Exercise training confers health benefits to people with COPD. The purpose of this study was to compare differences in the rehabilitation of COPD between Qigong exercise (QE) and aerobic exercise using a cycle ergometer (CE). METHODS This study was a randomized single-blind controlled trial. Twenty six participants were recruited and randomized to either the Qigong group or the cycle ergometer group. Both interventions lasted 12 weeks and comprised a 30 minutes supervised training session performed twice a week, that is, 24 sessions in total. The primary outcome measure was the endurance capacity measured by the six-minute walk test (6MWT). The secondary outcome measures were the results of the St. George's Hospital Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) and the COPD assessment test (CAT). RESULTS Participants in the group that performed aerobic exercise using a cycle ergometer had significantly improved 6MWT (P = .005), SGRQ (P = .029), and CAT (P = .018) results. Participants in the Qigong exercise group had significant changes in 6MWT (P = .033). However, the differences in 6MWT and SGRQ were not statistically significant between the 2 groups. The changes in CAT scores before and after the intervention were significantly different between the 2 groups (P = .020). There were no reports of adverse events during the course of the trial. CONCLUSIONS There was no difference in the primary outcome between groups. In particular, QE and cycle ergometer exercise had similar rehabilitation effects on the improvement of the cardiopulmonary endurance and quality of life of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients. In addition, cycle ergometer exercise may lead to a better trend of improvement in the quality of life and can improve the severity of the clinical symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. TRIAL REGISTRATION ChiCTR-TRC-14004404.
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- Xiaosheng Dong
- College of Physical Education, Shandong Normal University
- College of Physical Education, Shandong University, Jinan
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- Capital Institute of Physical Education, Beijing
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- College of Physical Education, Shandong Normal University
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- Affiliated Hospital of Shandong, University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- College of Physical Education, Shandong Normal University
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Yang TT, Liu X, Wang YQ, Song CY, Ma RC, Yin YY, Xie J. The effect of Tai Ji and Qigong in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review and meta-analyses. Eur J Integr Med 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eujim.2020.101223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Weber M, Schnorr T, Morat M, Morat T, Donath L. Effects of Mind-Body Interventions Involving Meditative Movements on Quality of Life, Depressive Symptoms, Fear of Falling and Sleep Quality in Older Adults: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2020; 17:ijerph17186556. [PMID: 32916879 PMCID: PMC7559727 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17186556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2020] [Revised: 09/02/2020] [Accepted: 09/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Background: The aim of the present systematic meta-analytical review was to quantify the effects of different mind–body interventions (MBI) involving meditative movements on relevant psychological health outcomes (i.e., quality of life (QoL), depressive symptoms, fear of falling (FoF) and sleep quality) in older adults without mental disorders. Methods: A structured literature search was conducted in five databases (Ovid, PsycINFO, PubMed, SPORTDiscus, Web of Science). Inclusion criteria were: (i) the study was a (cluster) randomized controlled trial, (ii) the subjects were aged ≥59 years without mental illnesses, (iii) an intervention arm performing MBI compared to a non-exercise control group (e.g., wait-list or usual care), (iv) psychological health outcomes related to QoL, depressive symptoms, FoF or sleep quality were assessed and (v) a PEDro score of ≥5. The interventions of the included studies were sub-grouped into Tai Chi/Qigong (TCQ) and Yoga/Pilates (YP). Statistical analyses were conducted using a random-effects inverse-variance model. Results: Thirty-seven randomized controlled trials (RCTs) (comprising 3224 participants) were included. Small to moderate-but-significant overall effect sizes favoring experimental groups (Hedges’ g: 0.25 to 0.71) compared to non-exercise control groups were observed in all outcomes (all p values ≤ 0.007), apart from one subdomain of quality of life (i.e., social functioning, p = 0.15). Interestingly, a significant larger effect on QoL and depressive symptoms with increasing training frequency was found for TCQ (p = 0.03; p = 0.004). Conclusions: MBI involving meditative movements may serve as a promising opportunity to improve psychological health domains such as QoL, depressive symptoms, FoF and sleep quality in older adults. Hence, these forms of exercise may represent potential preventive measures regarding the increase of late-life mental disorders, which need to be further confirmed by future research.
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- Manuel Weber
- Institute of Movement and Sport Gerontology, German Sport University, 50933 Cologne, Germany; (M.W.); (T.S.); (T.M.)
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- Institute of Movement and Sport Gerontology, German Sport University, 50933 Cologne, Germany; (M.W.); (T.S.); (T.M.)
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- Institute of Exercise Science and Sport Informatics, German Sport University, 50933 Cologne, Germany;
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- Institute of Movement and Sport Gerontology, German Sport University, 50933 Cologne, Germany; (M.W.); (T.S.); (T.M.)
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- Institute of Exercise Science and Sport Informatics, German Sport University, 50933 Cologne, Germany;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +49-221-4982-7700
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Guo C, Xiang G, Xie L, Liu Z, Zhang X, Wu Q, Li S, Wu Y. Effects of Tai Chi training on the physical and mental health status in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Thorac Dis 2020; 12:504-521. [PMID: 32274117 PMCID: PMC7139037 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2020.01.03] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background Tai Chi is a systematic whole body movement developed in ancient China. It plays an increasingly important role in the field of pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Our review aimed to explore the impact of Tai Chi on the physical and mental health of patients with COPD. Methods We searched several English and Chinese databases and used the combination of subject words and free words to search for available literature from the establishment of the library until August 28, 2018. Two researchers screened studies and collected the data independently. The study inclusion criteria included: (I) patients diagnosed with COPD; (II) Tai Chi or Tai Chi Qigong as an intervention in addition to routine treatment; (III) routine treatment with or without exercises as control group. The primary outcomes were lung function, exercise capacity and health status; (IV) randomized controlled trials. Results Sixteen articles were included from 2009 to 2018 (n=1,096). The average time duration of Tai Chi program was 53.4 minutes each session, 4.13 sessions a week for a total of 4.13 months. Comparing with control group, Tai Chi group improved some lung function (forced volume capacity: mean difference =0.12, 95% CI: 0.03–0.21), (forced expiratory volume in 1s: mean difference =0.15, 95% CI: 0.08–0.21), enhanced 6-minute walking distance score (mean difference =30.78, 95% CI: 15.15–46.42), decreased COPD Assessment Test score (mean difference =−5.00, 95% CI: −7.51 to −2.50), decreased St. George’s Respiratory Questionnaire score (mean difference =−8.66, 95% CI: −14.60 to −2.72), enhanced Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire score (mean difference =2.16, 95% CI: 1.49–2.83), decreased Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale score(anxiety: mean difference =−1.04, 95% CI: −1.58 to −0.51; depression: mean difference =−1.25, 95% CI: −1.77 to −0.73). Comparing with exercise group, Tai Chi group statistically enhanced 6-minute walking distance score (mean difference =7.77, 95% CI: 2.63–12.91). Conclusions Tai Chi may represent an appropriate alternative or complement to standard rehabilitation programs. However, whether Tai Chi is better than pulmonary rehabilitation exercise has not been determined.
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- Chengyao Guo
- Nursing Department, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China
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- Nursing Department, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China
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- Nursing Department, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China
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OBJECTIVES Loneliness and social isolation (L&SI) are associated with physical and cognitive decline in older adults. Walk 'n' Talk for your Life (WTL) is a community-based program of socialization, health education, falls prevention exercise and walking for community-dwelling older adults. This qualitative study was done to gain further insight into the experience and impacts of the WTL on seniors' L&SI. METHODS One-on-one semi-structured interviews were conducted with sixteen participants who had completed the WTL . Interview questions focused on eliciting a better understanding of how the WTL impacted participants' feelings of L&SI. Content analysis was used to classify the qualitative data . RESULTS This qualitative evaluation helped to obtain a richer understanding of WTL participants' reasons for loneliness and the benefits of the program on participants' experience of L&SI. Participants felt WTL helped motivate them to socialize and reduced their feelings of loneliness by providing a sense of 'belonging' which appeared to be mediated by the group exercise/walking component of the program. DISCUSSION/CONCLUSIONS This study provides insight into participants' experiences of L&SI. Further research in a broader population of older adults is mandated to determine the efficacy of community exercise programs in reducing L&SI.
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- Jiyoung Hwang
- a Faculty of Medicine, Southern Medical Program , University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus , Kelowna , British Columbia , Canada
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- a Faculty of Medicine, Southern Medical Program , University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus , Kelowna , British Columbia , Canada
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- a Faculty of Medicine, Southern Medical Program , University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus , Kelowna , British Columbia , Canada
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- b Faculty of Undergraduate Studies , University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus , Kelowna , British Columbia , Canada
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- a Faculty of Medicine, Southern Medical Program , University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus , Kelowna , British Columbia , Canada
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Reychler G, Poncin W, Montigny S, Luts A, Caty G, Pieters T. Efficacy of yoga, tai chi and qi gong on the main symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review. Respir Med Res 2019; 75:13-25. [PMID: 31235453 DOI: 10.1016/j.resmer.2019.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2019] [Revised: 03/19/2019] [Accepted: 04/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of this systematic review was to summarize the effects of yoga, qi gong or tai chi in COPD patients. METHODS Studies evaluating effects of the selected complementary therapies on lung function, dyspnea, quality of life or functional exercise capacity in COPD patients were identified and reviewed from three databases. RESULTS Eighteen studies were included. Six studies evaluated the effects of yoga and the others focused on tai chi or qi gong separately or combined. The duration of the programs ranged from 6 weeks to 6 months and the frequency from 2 to 7 times a week. Each session reached 30 to 90 minutes. Benefits were observed on lung function and functional exercise capacity but benefit was clearly stated neither on quality of life nor on dyspnea. CONCLUSION This systematic review highlights the potential of these therapies as complementary therapeutic approach in COPD patients.
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- G Reychler
- Institut de recherche expérimentale et clinique (irec), pôle de pneumologie, ORL & dermatologie, université Catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium; Service de pneumologie, cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc, Brussels, Belgium; Haute école Leonard de Vinci-institut d'enseignement supérieur Parnasse-Deux Alice, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Institut de recherche expérimentale et clinique (irec), pôle de pneumologie, ORL & dermatologie, université Catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium; Service de pneumologie, cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Haute école Leonard de Vinci-institut d'enseignement supérieur Parnasse-Deux Alice, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Département de psychiatrie adulte, cliniques universitaires Saint Luc, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Service de médecine physique et réadaptation, cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Institut de recherche expérimentale et clinique (irec), pôle de pneumologie, ORL & dermatologie, université Catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium; Service de pneumologie, cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc, Brussels, Belgium.
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Kantatong T, Panpanich R, Deesomchok A, Sungkarat S, Siviroj P. Effects of the tai chi qigong programme on functional capacity, and lung function in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients: A ramdomised controlled trial. J Tradit Complement Med 2019; 10:354-359. [PMID: 32695652 PMCID: PMC7365785 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcme.2019.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2018] [Revised: 03/25/2019] [Accepted: 03/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Although the beneficial effect of exercise on the health of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) patients has been widely demonstrated, that of Tai Chi Qigong (TCQ), as an alternative exercise, has been inconclusive. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the effects of combined center-and home-based TCQ on functional capacity and lung function in patients with mildly and moderately severe COPD. A total of 50 patients, with a mild and moderate degree of COPD, were recruited and randomly assigned to either the TCQ (n = 25) or control group (n = 25). The TCQ group completed 12-week center-and 12-week home-based training. The control group attended a meeting class once a week for 12 weeks. Outcome measures were assessed at baseline, and the 6th, 12th and 24th week. The primary outcomes were functional capacity (6-min walk test; 6MWT) and lung function. The secondary outcomes were dyspnea score and quality of life. The TCQ group demonstrated significant improvement in functional capacity at week 12 and 24 (p < 0.05) and dyspnea score and quality of life at week 6, 12 and 24 (p < 0.05) when compared to baseline. Functional capacity, forced expiratory volume in 1st second (FEV1), dyspnea score, and quality of life were significantly better in the TCQ group from week 6 to week 24 when compared to the control group (p < 0.05). Combined center-and home-based TCQ training for patients with mildly and moderately severe COPD is effective in improving functional capacity, dyspnea score, and quality of life. This intervention was combind center-and home-base TCQ long term training. The participants are included the more homogeneity of COPD participants (mild and moderate degree of COPD). TCQ practice could be applied at home in mild or moderate degree of COPD. The benefical effect of TCQ training was demonstrated on outcomes only after 6 weeks of training.
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- Tassawan Kantatong
- Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Allergy, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Guo Y, Xu MM, Huang Y, Ji M, Wei Z, Zhang J, Hu Q, Yan J, Chen Y, Lyu J, Shao X, Wang Y, Guo J, Wei Y. Safety of Qigong: Protocol for an overview of systematic reviews. Medicine (Baltimore) 2018; 97:e13042. [PMID: 30383671 PMCID: PMC6221731 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000013042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Qigong, as one of the essential elements of Traditional Chinese exercises, has been used to improve physical and psychological health and combat diseases in China for thousands of years. In recent years, the beneficial effects of Qigong on different medical conditions are becoming more accepted by both patients and health care providers. Although it is a common impression that Qigong and related therapies are generally safe procedures, but the current understanding of its adverse events is fragmented. Thus, we conducted this overview to synthesize comprehensively existing systematic reviews on adverse events associated with Qigong and related therapies, and our findings can be used to informing clinicians, Qigong practitioner, and patients alike on applying such treatments or interventions in clinical treatment and daily life training mindful manner, and provide a guideline for researchers in future. METHODS A systematic review of reviews will be performed. A literature search strategy designed by a number of specialists in the fields of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), sports medicine, health information, and Qigong training will be carried out in relevant English and Chinese electronic database. The date range of search will start from inception to the search date. Two reviewers will identify relevant studies, extract data information, and then assess the methodical quality by Assessment of Multiple Systematic Reviews (AMSTAR) tool. Any types of systematic review that summarized adverse effects related to Qigong and related therapies in human will be included. Any safety-related outcomes will be considered as the primary outcomes of this overview. Where objectives from 2 or more reviews overlap, we will assess the causes of any noted discrepancies between reviews. An overall summary of results will be performed using tabular and graphical approaches and will be supplemented by narrative description. RESULTS This overview will identify any adverse events associated with nonstandardized Qigong and related therapies procedures based on current relevant literature evidence of safety for Qigong. CONCLUSION Our overview will provide evidence to help synthesize the broad degree of information available on furthering the knowledge, safety, and application of Qigong. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Formal ethical approval is not required, as this study is an overview based on the published systematic reviews. The result of this overview of systematic reviews will be published in a peer-reviewed journal or disseminated at national and international conferences. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER PROSPERO CRD42018109409.
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- Yu Guo
- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu
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- Department of Ophthalmology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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Gendron LM, Nyberg A, Saey D, Maltais F, Lacasse Y. Active mind-body movement therapies as an adjunct to or in comparison with pulmonary rehabilitation for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2018; 10:CD012290. [PMID: 30306545 PMCID: PMC6517162 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd012290.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND Active mind-body movement therapies (AMBMTs), including but not limited to yoga, tai chi, and qigong, have been applied as exercise modalities for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). AMBMT strategies have been found to be more effective than usual care; however, whether AMBMT is inferior, equivalent, or superior to pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) in people with COPD remains to be determined. OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of AMBMTs compared with, or in addition to, PR in the management of COPD. SEARCH METHODS We searched the Cochrane Airways Group Specialised Register of trials and major Chinese databases, as well as trial registries from inception to July 2017. In addition, we searched references of primary studies and review articles. We updated this search in July 2018 but have not yet incorporated these results. SELECTION CRITERIA We included (1) randomised controlled trials (RCTs) comparing AMBMT (i.e. controlled breathing and/or focused meditation/attention interventions for which patients must actively move their joints and muscles for at least four weeks with no minimum intervention frequency) versus PR (any inpatient or outpatient, community-based or home-based rehabilitation programme lasting at least four weeks, with no minimum intervention frequency, that included conventional exercise training with or without education or psychological support) and (2) RCTs comparing AMBMT + PR versus PR alone in people with COPD. Two independent review authors screened and selected studies for inclusion. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently selected trials for inclusion, extracted outcome data, and assessed risk of bias. We contacted study authors if necessary to ask them to provide missing data. We calculated mean differences (MDs) using a random-effects model. MAIN RESULTS We included in the meta-analysis 10 studies with 762 participants across one or more comparisons. The sample size of included studies ranged from 11 to 206 participants. Nine out of 10 studies involving all levels of COPD severity were conducted in China with adults from 55 to 88 years of age, a higher proportion of whom were male (78%). Nine out of 10 studies provided tai chi and/or qigong programmes as AMBMT, and one study provided yoga. Overall, the term 'PR' has been uncritically applied in the vast majority of studies, which limits comparison of AMBMT and PR. For example, eight out of 10 studies considered walking training as equal to PR and used this as conventional exercise training within PR. Overall study quality for main comparisons was moderate to very low mainly owing to imprecision, indirectness (exercise component inconsistent with recommendations), and risk of bias issues. The primary outcomes for our review were quality of life, dyspnoea, and serious adverse events.When researchers compared AMBMT versus PR alone (mainly unstructured walking training), statistically significant improvements in disease-specific quality of life (QoL) (St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) total score) favoured AMBMT: mean difference (MD) -5.83, 95% confidence interval (CI) -8.75 to -2.92; three trials; 249 participants; low-quality evidence. The common effect size, but not the 95% CI around the pooled treatment effect, exceeded the minimal clinically important difference (MCID) of minus four. The COPD Assessment Test (CAT) also revealed statistically significant improvements favouring AMBMT over PR, with scores exceeding the MCID of three, with an MD of 6.58 units (95% CI -9.16 to - 4.00 units; one trial; 74 participants; low-quality evidence). Results show no between-group differences with regard to dyspnoea measured by the modified Medical Research Council Scale (MD 0.00 units, 95% CI -0.37 to 0.37; two trials; 127 participants; low-quality evidence), the Borg Scale (MD 0.44 units, 95% CI -0.88 to 0.00; one trial; 139 participants; low-quality evidence), or the Chronic Respiratory Questionnaire (CRQ) Dyspnoea Scale (MD -0.21, 95% CI -2.81 to 2.38; one trial; 11 participants; low-quality evidence). Comparisons of AMBMT versus PR alone did not include assessments of generic quality of life, adverse events, limb muscle function, exacerbations, or adherence.Comparisons of AMBMT added to PR versus PR alone (mainly unstructured walking training) revealed significant improvements in generic QoL as measured by Short Form (SF)-36 for both the SF-36 general health summary score (MD 5.42, 95% CI 3.82 to 7.02; one trial; 80 participants; very low-quality evidence) and the SF-36 mental health summary score (MD 3.29, 95% CI 1.45 to 4.95; one trial; 80 participants; very low-quality evidence). With regard to disease-specific QoL, investigators noted no significant improvement with addition of AMBMT to PR versus PR alone (SGRQ total score: MD -2.57, 95% CI -7.76 to 2.62 units; one trial; 192 participants; moderate-quality evidence; CRQ Dyspnoea Scale score: MD 0.04, 95% CI -2.18 to 2.26 units; one trial; 80 participants; very low-quality evidence). Comparisons of AMBMT + PR versus PR alone did not include assessments of dyspnoea, adverse events, limb muscle function, exacerbations, or adherence. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Given the quality of available evidence, the effects of AMBMT versus PR or of AMBMT added to PR versus PR alone in people with stable COPD remain inconclusive. Evidence of low quality suggests better disease-specific QoL with AMBMT versus PR in people with stable COPD, and evidence of very low quality suggests no differences in dyspnoea between AMBMT and PR. Evidence of moderate quality shows that AMBMT added to PR does not result in improved disease-specific QoL, and evidence of very low quality suggests that AMBMT added to PR may lead to better generic QoL versus PR alone. Future studies with adequate descriptions of conventional exercise training (i.e. information on duration, intensity, and progression) delivered by trained professionals with a comprehensive understanding of respiratory physiology, exercise science, and the pathology of COPD are needed before definitive conclusions can be drawn regarding treatment outcomes with AMBMT versus PR or AMBMT added to PR versus PR alone for patients with COPD.
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- Louis McCusky Gendron
- Université LavalInstitut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de QuébecQuébecQCCanada
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- Université LavalInstitut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de QuébecQuébecQCCanada
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- Université LavalInstitut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de QuébecQuébecQCCanada
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- Université LavalInstitut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de QuébecQuébecQCCanada
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- Université LavalInstitut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de QuébecQuébecQCCanada
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Guo Y, Xu M, Ji M, Zhang J, Hu Q, Wei Z, Yan J, Chen Y, Lyu J, Shao X, Wang Y, Guo J, Wei Y. Effect of Liuzijue Qigong on patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2018; 97:e12659. [PMID: 30290646 PMCID: PMC6200526 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000012659] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2018] [Accepted: 09/13/2018] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide with a substantial and increasing social and economic burden. Liuzijue Qigong is a kind of traditional Chinese Qigong exercises that Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners prescribe to individuals with COPD to strengthen the internal organs' function. Liuzijue Qigong was recommended for use in COPD rehabilitation, and some clinical trials indicate that Liuzijue Qigong would produce better functional capacity and quality of life of individuals with COPD. The objective of this study is to conduct a systematic review of the existing studies to assess effectiveness and safety of Liuzijue Qigong for the prevention or treatment of COPD in patients. METHODS We will perform the comprehensive literature search in English and Chinese electronic database. The publication period will be from inception to the search date. In addition, the clinical trial registries, dissertations, informal publication, grey literature, reference lists of studies, systematic reviews, and conference abstracts will also be collected. Two reviewers will identify relevant studies, extract data information, and then assess the methodical quality by the Cochrane risk of bias assessment tool. Only randomized controlled trials comparing Liuzijue Qigong against other intervention or nonintervention will be included. Data will be synthesized by either fixed-effect or random-effect model regarding to a heterogeneity test. The routine lung function, arterial blood gas tensions, partial pressure of carbon dioxide, functional capacity, 30 seconds sit-to-stand test, respiratory function, maximal inspiration pressure, maximal expiratory pressure, airway resistance, and specific airway conductance will be assessed as primary outcomes. The secondary outcomes involved dyspnea, and fatigue levels, respiratory muscle strength, upper and lower limb muscle strength, handgrip strength test, and health-related quality of life and safety. Meta-analysis will be performed by using Cochrane's Review Manager software (version 5.3.5). RESULTS This systematic review and meta-analysis will provide a high-quality synthesis and evaluate the efficacy and safety based on current relevant literature evidence of Liuzijue Qigong intervention for COPD patient. CONCLUSION Our systematic review will provide evidence to determine whether Liuzijue Qigong is an effective and safe approach to prevention and treatment of COPD patients.
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- Yu Guo
- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu
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- Department of Ophthalmology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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Guo Y, Xu M, Zhang J, Hu Q, Zhou Z, Wei Z, Yan J, Chen Y, Lyu J, Shao X, Wang Y, Guo J, Wei Y. The effect of Three-Circle Post Standing (Zhanzhuang) Qigong on the physical and psychological well-being of college students: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Medicine (Baltimore) 2018; 97:e12323. [PMID: 30235685 PMCID: PMC6160034 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000012323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The physical and mental health of college students tends to continuously decline around the world due to lifestyle or behavior habits changes, and pervasive presence of the Internet. Thus it is urgent to improve their health in college life. As a traditional Qigong form is practiced mainly in a standing posture. Three-Circle Post Standing Qigong (TCPSQ) is suitable for regular practicing and has beneficial effects on improving the physiological function and psychological emotion by adjusting body, breathing, and mind. The aim of the 3 adjustments is to achieve a state of harmonious unity-integrating these adjustments into "one." In this study protocol article, we will systematically explore the effectiveness and safety, feasibility of TCPSQ on physical and psychological outcomes of the college students and deeply understand the state of harmonious unity-integrating adjustments of body, breath, and mind into "one." METHOD/DESIGN We will conduct a randomized, assessor, and statistician blinded, parallel-controlled trial comparing the beneficial effect of TCPSQ in college students. A total of 80 eligible college students from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (BUCM) will be recruited and randomly allocated into TCPSQ training or unaltered lifestyle control group according 1:1 allocation ratio with allocation concealment. TCPSQ intervention will last 10 weeks. The study period is 18 weeks including a 10-week supervised intervention and a 8-week follow-up. The relevant physical and psychological outcomes, adverse events, and safety will be evaluated at baseline, 6 weeks (at the mid-point of intervention), 11 weeks (at the end of intervention), and 19 weeks (after the 8-week follow-up period) by blinded independent outcome assessors. DISCUSSION This is the first randomized controlled trial protocol from the perspective of Qigong connotation to systematically investigate the effect of TCPSQ for the physical and mental health of a college student population. If the results in our study prove a significant intervention effect, this would provide preliminary higher-quality evidence and establish an optimal guidance for the application of TCPSQ exercise program among a college student population. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION The study was approved by the ethics committee of the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (approval number: 2018BZHYLL0109). A SPIRIT checklist is available for this protocol. The trial was registered in Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (WHO ICTRP member). Registration number: ChiCTR-BON-17010840.
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- Yu Guo
- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu
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- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- International Liaison Department, World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies, Beijing, China
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- Ovation Health Science and Technology Co. Ltd, ENN Group, Langfang
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing
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Li P, Liu J, Lu Y, Liu X, Wang Z, Wu W. Effects of long-term home-based Liuzijue exercise combined with clinical guidance in elderly patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Clin Interv Aging 2018; 13:1391-1399. [PMID: 30122911 PMCID: PMC6080664 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s169671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Purpose This study was designed to investigate the effects of long-term home-based Liuzijue exercise combined with clinical guidance in elderly patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Methods Forty patients with COPD at stages II–III of the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease were enrolled. The subjects were randomly allocated to the Liuzijue exercise group (LG) or control group (CG) in a 1:1 ratio. Participants in the LG performed six Liuzijue training sessions, including 4 days at home and 2 days in the hospital with clinical guidance for 60 minutes/day for 6 months. Participants in the CG conducted no exercise intervention. In addition, lung function test, 6-minute walking test (6MWT), 30-second sit-to-stand test (30 s SST), and the St George’s Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) were conducted at the baseline and at the end of the intervention. Results Thirty-six patients completed the study. The patients’ lung function improved significantly (p < 0.05) in the LG as well as the 6MWT, 30 s SST, and SGRQ score (p < 0.01). While the SGRQ total score, activity, and impact scores increased significantly (p < 0.05) in the CG. In addition, there were significant differences between the groups (p < 0.01) in regard to the values of forced expiratory volume in 1 second as a percentage of the predicted volume, 6MWT, 30 s SST, and SGRQ. Conclusions Long-term home-based Liuzijue exercise combined with clinical guidance can effectively improve the pulmonary function, exercise capacity, and quality of life of elderly patients with moderate to severe COPD.
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- Peijun Li
- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, People's Republic of China,
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, People's Republic of China,
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, People's Republic of China,
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- School of Rehabilitation Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, People's Republic of China,
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Wu LL, Lin ZK, Weng HD, Qi QF, Lu J, Liu KX. Effectiveness of meditative movement on COPD: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis 2018; 13:1239-1250. [PMID: 29713157 PMCID: PMC5909800 DOI: 10.2147/copd.s159042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background The effectiveness of meditative movement (tai chi, yoga, and qigong) on COPD remained unclear. We undertook a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the effectiveness of meditative movement on COPD patients. Methods We searched PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Center Register of Controlled Trials for relevant studies. The methods of standard meta-analysis were utilized for identifying relevant researches (until August 2017), quality appraisal, and synthesis. The primary outcomes were the 6-minute walking distance (6MWD), lung function, and dyspnea levels. Results Sixteen studies involving 1,176 COPD patients were included. When comparing with the control group, the 6MWD was significantly enhanced in the treatment group (3 months: mean difference [MD]=25.40 m, 95% CI: 16.25 to 34.54; 6 months: MD=35.75 m, 95% CI: 22.23 to 49.27), as well as functions on forced expiratory volume in 1 s (FEV1) (3 months: MD=0.1L, 95% CI: 0.02 to 0.18; 6 months: MD=0.18L, 95% CI: 0.1 to 0.26), and FEV1 % predicted (3 months: 4L, 95% CI: 2.7 to 5.31; 6 months: MD=4.8L, 95% CI: 2.56 to 7.07). Quality of life for the group doing meditative movement was better than the control group based on the Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire dyspnea score (MD=0.9 units, 95% CI: 0.51 to 1.29) and fatigue score (MD=0.75 units, 95% CI: 0.42 to 1.09) and the total score (MD=1.92 units, 95% CI: 0.54 to 3.31). Conclusion Meditative movement may have the potential to enhance lung function and physical activity in COPD patients. More large-scale, well-designed, multicenter, randomized controlled trials should be launched to evaluate the long-range effects of meditative movement.
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- Lu-Ling Wu
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Fuzhou Pulmonary Hospital, Fuzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, No. 175 Hospital of PLA, Zhangzhou, Fujian, People's Republic of China
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- Postgraduate Institute of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Fuzhou Pulmonary Hospital, Fuzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Fuzhou Pulmonary Hospital, Fuzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, People's Republic of China
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In this article, we introduce briefly several strategies for preventing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and promoting healthcare for non-communicable diseases (NCDs). These novel strategies include four core elements of health – sleep, emotion, exercise, and diet – and consist of SEED intervention (SEEDi) and E(e)SEEDi due to supplementation of the environment as a core element, and Hu's healthy lifestyles intervention (HHLi) which originates from E(e)SEED-BasED healthy lifestyles. They are suitable for the early evaluation of risk factors, and play a key role in the prevention and management of human NCDs when combined with the RT-ABCDEF strategy and the Grade 210 prevention, which include obesity-OSA-hypertension syndrome and C-type hypertension, especially in halting cardiovascular, diabetes and cancer (CDC) strips we first discovered. After successful clinical practice, we may expect our novel strategies for controlling these chronic diseases according to the conception of mass prevention and treatment.
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Chan AWK, Yu DSF, Choi KC. Effects of tai chi qigong on psychosocial well-being among hidden elderly, using elderly neighborhood volunteer approach: a pilot randomized controlled trial. Clin Interv Aging 2017; 12:85-96. [PMID: 28115837 PMCID: PMC5221552 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s124604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To test the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of a tai chi qigong program with the assistance of elderly neighborhood volunteers in strengthening social networks and enhancing the psychosocial well-being of hidden elderly. PATIENTS AND METHODS "Hidden elderly" is a term used to describe older adults who are socially isolated and refuse social participation. This pilot randomized controlled trial recruited 48 older adults aged 60 or above who did not engage in any social activity. They were randomized into tai chi qigong (n=24) and standard care control (n=24) groups. The former group underwent a three-month program of two 60-minute sessions each week, with the socially active volunteers paired up with them during practice. Standard care included regular home visits by social workers. Primary outcomes were assessed by means of the Lubben social network and De Jong Gieveld loneliness scales, and by a revised social support questionnaire. Secondary outcomes were covered by a mental health inventory and the Rosenberg self-esteem scale, and quality of life by using the 12-Item Short Form Health Survey. Data was collected at baseline, and at three and six months thereafter. RESULTS The generalized estimating equations model revealed general improvement in outcomes among participants on the tai chi qigong program. In particular, participants reported a significantly greater improvement on the loneliness scale (B=-1.32, 95% confidence interval [CI] -2.54 to -0.11, P=0.033) and the satisfaction component of the social support questionnaire (B=3.43, 95% CI 0.10-6.76, P=0.044) than the control group. CONCLUSION The pilot study confirmed that tai chi qigong with elderly neighborhood volunteers is a safe and feasible social intervention for hidden elderly. Its potential benefits in improving social and psychological health suggest the need for a full-scale randomized controlled trial to reveal its empirical effects.
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- Aileen WK Chan
- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong SAR
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong SAR
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong SAR
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Chan AW, Yu DS, Choi KC, Lee DT, Sit JW, Chan HY. Tai chi qigong as a means to improve night-time sleep quality among older adults with cognitive impairment: a pilot randomized controlled trial. Clin Interv Aging 2016; 11:1277-1286. [PMID: 27698557 PMCID: PMC5034925 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s111927] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Purpose Age-related cognitivee decline is a growing public health concern worldwide. More than a quarter of adults with cognitive impairment experience sleep disturbance. The objective of this pilot study was to evaluate the preliminary effects of tai chi qigong (TCQ) on improving the night-time sleep quality of older adults with cognitive impairment. Participants Older adults with cognitive impairment who complain of sleep disturbance. Methods A randomized controlled trial with two groups. Fifty-two subjects were recruited from two district elderly community centers and randomly assigned to either the TCQ group (n=27) or the control group (n=25). The intervention group received TCQ training consisting of two 60-minute sessions each week for 2 months. The control group was advised to maintain their usual activities. Sleep quality was measured by the Chinese Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. Quality of life was measured by Short-form 12, cognitive functions measured by mini-mental state examination, and subjective memory deficits measured by the memory inventory for Chinese. Results Data were collected at baseline, 2 months, and 6 months. Significant results were noted at 6 months in the Chinese Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index global score (P=0.004), sleep duration (P=0.003), habitual sleep efficiency (P=0.002), and the Short-form 12 mental health component (P<0.001). The TCQ participants reported better sleep quality and a better (quality of life) mental health component than the control group. Conclusion TCQ can be considered a useful nonpharmacological approach for improving sleep quality in older adults with cognitive impairment. Clinical trial registration CUHK_CCT00448 (https://www2.ccrb.cuhk.edu.hk/registry/public/287).
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- Aileen Wk Chan
- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, People's Republic of China
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, People's Republic of China
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, People's Republic of China
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, People's Republic of China
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, People's Republic of China
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, People's Republic of China
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Luo X, Zhang J, Castelberg R, Wu T, Yu P, He C, Wang P. The Effects of Traditional Chinese Exercise in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Meta-Analysis. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0161564. [PMID: 27589054 PMCID: PMC5010221 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0161564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2016] [Accepted: 08/08/2016] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a major public health problem worldwide. However, several studies that have assessed the role of traditional Chinese exercise in the management of this disease include broad variations in sample sizes and results. Therefore, this meta-analysis was conducted to assess the effects of traditional Chinese exercise on patients with COPD. Methods Two investigators independently identified and extracted data from selected articles. A computerized search of electronic databases through August 2015 was conducted. Mean differences (MDs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated to analyze the combined data. The methodological quality was evaluated using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool. Heterogeneity was assessed with the I2 test. Results Ten randomized, controlled trials (RCTs) involving 622 patients met the inclusion criteria. There were significant improvements in the 6-minute walking distance test (6 MWD;MWD = 12.10 m; 95% CI, 7.56–16.65 m; p<0.001); forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1% predicted; WMD = 9.02; 95% CI, 6.80–11.23; p<0.00001); forced expiratory volume in 1 second/forced vital capacity (FEV(1)/FVC) ratio (Tiffenau Index; WMD = 6.67; 95% CI, 5.09–8.24; p<0.00001); and quality of life, as evaluated by the Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire (CRDQ; WMD = 0.85 score; 95% CI, 0.52–1.18; p<0.00001). Conclusions Traditional Chinese exercise could provide an effective alternative method for managing COPD. Larger and higher-quality trials are required.
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- Xiaotian Luo
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Center, Sichuan University, West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, PR China
- Department of Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan, Chengdu, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of General surgery Medicine, Datong Second People’s Hospital, Datong, Shanxi, PR China
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of North Texas Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, United States of America
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Center, Sichuan University, West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Center, Sichuan University, West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Center, Sichuan University, West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, PR China
- Department of Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan, Chengdu, Sichuan, PR China
- * E-mail: (PW); (CQH)
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Center, Sichuan University, West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, PR China
- Department of Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan, Chengdu, Sichuan, PR China
- * E-mail: (PW); (CQH)
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Fu JJ, Min J, Yu PM, McDonald VM, Mao B. Study design for a randomised controlled trial to explore the modality and mechanism of Tai Chi in the pulmonary rehabilitation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. BMJ Open 2016; 6:e011297. [PMID: 27491669 PMCID: PMC4985849 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2016-011297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Although pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is associated with significant clinical benefits in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and has been recommended by guidelines, PR with conventional exercise training has not been widely applied in the clinic because of its inherent limitations. Alternative exercise such as Tai Chi has been investigated and the results are promising. However, the strengths and weaknesses of the exercise modality of Tai Chi, conventional PR and a combination of Tai Chi and conventional PR and the possible mechanisms underlying Tai Chi exercise remain unclear. This study aims to address the above research gaps in a well-designed clinical trial. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This study is a single-blind, randomised controlled trial. Participants with stable COPD will be recruited and randomly assigned to one of four groups receiving Tai Chi exercise, conventional PR using a total body recumbent stepper (TBRS), combined Tai Chi and TBRS, or usual care (control) in a 1:1:1:1 ratio. Participants will perform 30 min of supervised exercise three times a week for 8 weeks; they will receive sequential follow-ups until 12 months after recruitment. The primary outcome will be health-related quality of life as measured by the St George's Respiratory Questionnaire. Secondary outcomes will include 6 min walking distance, pulmonary function, the modified Medical Research Council Dyspnoea Scale, the COPD Assessment Test, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, the Berg Balance Scale, exacerbation frequency during the study period, and systemic inflammatory and immune markers. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethics approval has been granted by the Clinical Trial and Biomedical Ethics Committee of West China Hospital of Sichuan University (No TCM-2015-82). Written informed consent will be obtained from each participant before any procedures are performed. The study findings will be published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national and international conferences. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ChiCTR-IOR-15006874; Pre-results.
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- Juan-Juan Fu
- Respiratory Group, Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Respiratory Group, Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Priority Research Centre for Asthma and Respiratory Diseases, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
- Faculty of Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- Respiratory Group, Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Huang S, Tseng L, Chien L, Tai C, Chen P, Hung CT, Hsiung Y. Effects of non-sporting and sporting qigong on frailty and quality of life among breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2016; 21:257-65. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2015.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2015] [Revised: 09/16/2015] [Accepted: 10/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Payne P, Zava D, Fiering S, Crane-Godreau M. Meditative Movement as a Treatment for Pulmonary Dysfunction in Flight Attendants Exposed to Second-Hand Cigarette Smoke: Study Protocol for a Randomized Trial. Front Psychiatry 2016; 7:38. [PMID: 27047398 PMCID: PMC4801846 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2016.00038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2015] [Accepted: 02/29/2016] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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A study protocol is presented for the investigation of meditative movement (MM) as a treatment for pulmonary dysfunction in flight attendants (FA) who were exposed to second-hand cigarette smoke while flying before the smoking ban. The study will have three parts, some of which will run concurrently. The first is a data gathering and screening phase, which will gather data on pulmonary and other aspects of the health of FA, and will also serve to screen participants for the other phases. Second is an exercise selection phase, in which a variety of MM exercises will be taught, over a 16-week period, to a cohort of 20 FA. A subset of these exercises will be selected on the basis of participant feedback on effectiveness and compliance. Third is a 52-week randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effectiveness of a digitally delivered form of the previously selected exercises on a group of 20 FA, as compared with an attention control group. Outcome measures to be used in all three parts of the study include the 6-min walk test as a primary measure, as well as a range of biomarkers, tests, and questionnaires documenting hormonal, cardio-respiratory, autonomic, and affective state. This study is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov. Identifier: NCT02612389.
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- Peter Payne
- Microbiology and Immunology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth , Hanover, NH , USA
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- Microbiology and Immunology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth , Hanover, NH , USA
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- Microbiology and Immunology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth , Hanover, NH , USA
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Wong EML, Zhong XB, Sit JWH, Chair SY, Leung DYP, Leung C, Leung KC. Attitude toward the out-patient cardiac rehabilitation program and facilitators for maintenance of exercise behavior. PSYCHOL HEALTH MED 2015; 21:724-34. [DOI: 10.1080/13548506.2015.1115107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Chen YW, Hunt MA, Campbell KL, Peill K, Reid WD. The effect of Tai Chi on four chronic conditions—cancer, osteoarthritis, heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and meta-analyses. Br J Sports Med 2015; 50:397-407. [DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2014-094388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/12/2015] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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